The Economic Times

Rs 9,580 for a 22-minute cab ride: Indian man in Norway explains the real reason taxi fares are higher. No rich and poor.

An Indian man living in Norway shared his expensive taxi fare, which cost over nine thousand rupees. This incident highlighted Norway's high cost of living and its unique wage structure. In Norway, various professions earn similar incomes, ensuring a dignified standard of living for all. This contrasts sharply with India, where income disparities between professions are significant. The expat questioned India's potential for a more equitable society.